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$1,121+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to South Africa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — JNB
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$1,184
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,277
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/166:54 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops28h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/2310:05 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops29h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,121
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:45 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/167:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,184
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:45 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 11/247:45 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:00 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop21h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/247:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops52h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,288
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/172:21 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops35h 09mLufthansa
Mon 11/247:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$1,294
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/159:50 pmMSY - CPT
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 5/222:00 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops37h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,318
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1711:57 amMSY - JNB
2 stops31h 58mQatar Airways
Sun 11/2312:45 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops42h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,328
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:06 pmMSY - CPT
2 stops43h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:00 pmCPT - MSY
1 stop21h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:14 amMSY - JNB
1 stop26h 26mDelta
Fri 5/166:50 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops34h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/29$1,389
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:45 pmMSY - CPT
2 stops57h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/224:35 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops33h 39mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/207:25 amMSY - CPT
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Thu 6/2611:15 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops42h 18mDelta
Deal found 3/30$1,738
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:50 pmMSY - CPT
2 stops39h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 7/11:00 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops40h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,853

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to South Africa that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

3:45 pm-8:35 am

2 stops33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/16

7:35 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,184

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

7:26 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops39h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/16

7:00 pm-4:24 pm

2 stops28h 24m

$1,311

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

9:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,318

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

10:14 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/16

6:50 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops34h 56m

$1,389

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

7:45 pm-11:50 am

2 stops57h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

4:35 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops33h 39m

$1,400

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/20

7:25 am-9:25 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/26

11:15 pm-10:33 am

2 stops42h 18m

$1,738

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

1:35 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops44h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

1:05 pm-11:27 pm

3 stops41h 22m

$1,916

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/17

7:26 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops60h 54m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/26

7:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops44h 50m

$2,013

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/1

10:00 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

7:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$2,290

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/6

11:46 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/18

11:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$3,071

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to South Africa, such as Delta, KLM and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,748 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to South Africa?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,167Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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